About the Position
We are looking for a dynamic and visionary Associate Lead FutureTech Program to head the design, execution, and scale-up of our FutureTech vertical. This role blends strategy, innovation, and operations to drive cutting-edge skilling interventions in AI and other digital technologies. The ideal candidate will bring a strong engineering background, team leadership skills, and a passion for democratizing tech education.
Responsibilities
Strategic Program Design & Execution
- Design comprehensive tech-based skilling programs aligned with industry and academic needs
- Lead program planning, budgeting, and roadmap development for vertical-wide initiatives
- Integrate AI, Cybersecurity, Full Stack/Web Development, and other emerging tech domains into higher education ecosystems
Curriculum & Content Development
- Curate and develop customized learning content, case studies, and lab modules across technologies
- Work with domain experts to co-create content tailored for colleges, universities, and online platforms
- Ensure alignment with NSQF, NEP 2020, and global AI education frameworks
Institutional Partnerships & Engagement
- Build long-term partnerships with engineering colleges, technical universities, and skilling institutions
- Onboard and engage academic decision-makers, faculty, and training & placement cells to integrate programs
- Act as the primary liaison between CSRBOX and educational/industry collaborators
Team Leadership & Management
- Lead a multidisciplinary team of project managers, trainers, and tech consultants
- Foster a performance-driven culture, conduct reviews, and ensure delivery timelines are met
- Provide mentoring and professional development support to team members
Training, Facilitation & Mentorship
- Deliver high-impact workshops, faculty development programs (FDPs), and bootcamps on AI and other tech domains
- Mentor faculty and students on using AI frameworks, tools (like Python, TensorFlow, etc.), and project building
- Ensure high engagement and measurable learning outcomes across cohorts
Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting
- Build and implement a robust M&E framework for all programs under the vertical
- Track KPIs related to learner engagement, skill acquisition, certification, and employability outcomes
- Present regular reports, dashboards, and insights to stakeholders and donors
Corporate & Industry Engagement
- Work closely with tech companies and AI startups to co-develop use cases, internships, and placement opportunities
- Facilitate guest lectures, industry panels, and advisory board inputs to keep programs industry-relevant
On-Ground Implementation & Travel
- Travel across India for program launches, institutional visits, training facilitation, and event management
- Conduct quality assurance checks and troubleshoot operational bottlenecks at partner institutions
Mandatory Qualification & Experience
- Minimum 4–6 years of experience in tech-based program management, education technology, or CSR skilling verticals
- Sound knowledge of AI, Cybersecurity, Web Development, and industry-relevant tools and platforms
- Prior experience in managing academic partnerships, trainer networks, and multi-location program operations
- Strong interpersonal, team management, and documentation/reporting skills
Preferred Skills
- Exposure to tools like Python, Power BI, TensorFlow, GitHub, or similar
- Experience working with government skilling initiatives (e.g., NSDC, AICTE) is an added advantage
- Understanding of the higher education regulatory environment
